as in inherent
being a part of the innermost nature of a person or thing
the question of whether people have an intrinsic sense of right and wrong
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Recent Examples of intrinsic
That is a shift in mindset from previous incumbents and to win the FA Cup would be vindication for the Austrian’s methods — for his positive approach and that relentless desire to utilise ‘intrinsic motivation’.
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Sam Lee, New York Times, 26 Apr. 2025
This consistent energy measurement allows scientists to predict the luminosity, or intrinsic brightness of the supernova.
—Julian Dossett, Space.com, 7 Apr. 2025
Preserve & Grow Wealth With Risk-Focused Quality Portfolios For investors looking to mitigate the intrinsic volatility tied to individual stocks like SOFI and XYZ, alternative investment strategies are available.
—Trefis Team, Forbes.com, 9 May 2025
For the Reposado expression, the tequila is then aged in American white oak barrels, a process that adds structure and refinement without overwhelming the agave's intrinsic character.
—Hudson Lindenberger, Forbes.com, 25 Apr. 2025
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Sam Lee, New York Times, 26 Apr. 2025
This consistent energy measurement allows scientists to predict the luminosity, or intrinsic brightness of the supernova.
—Julian Dossett, Space.com, 7 Apr. 2025
Preserve & Grow Wealth With Risk-Focused Quality Portfolios For investors looking to mitigate the intrinsic volatility tied to individual stocks like SOFI and XYZ, alternative investment strategies are available.
—Trefis Team, Forbes.com, 9 May 2025
For the Reposado expression, the tequila is then aged in American white oak barrels, a process that adds structure and refinement without overwhelming the agave's intrinsic character.
—Hudson Lindenberger, Forbes.com, 25 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for intrinsic
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Loro Piana’s connection to the equestrian world was inherent from the very beginning, with brothers Pier Luigi and Sergio Loro Piana, the former co-owners of the Maison, both passoniate riders.—
Felicity Carter,
Forbes.com,
27 May 2025
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On the contrary, the power of the purse is reserved to Congress, and the President has no inherent authority to override Congress's will on domestic spending decisions.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
27 May 2025
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Choose sustainable and environmentally friendly designs Sustainability isn’t just a trendy term, but an integral part of the design process and Berk advises choosing materials that will weather the elements and won’t need to be replaced every two to three years.—
Mariette Williams,
USA Today,
21 May 2025
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Once Venus enters Taurus and your friendship zone on June 6, your community becomes an integral part of your comfort.—
Valerie Mesa,
People.com,
20 May 2025
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Tailor Your Résumé While certifications are essential, your résumé must reflect a comprehensive picture of your skills and experiences.—
Jay Garcia,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2025
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Specifically, a waterproof cell phone pouch is essential when enjoying water activities during the summer.—
Rebecca Jones,
Southern Living,
28 May 2025
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“Intrinsic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/intrinsic. Accessed 1 Jun. 2025.
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